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Why don’t we trust government?

2021/7/27
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The past 18 months have required unprecedented levels of public trust in government. During COVID, we’ve relied on clear and consistent guidance to protect our health and livelihoods.

Yet a survey out today by public relations firm SenateSHJ has found trust in government communication has dropped significantly over the past year.

So, what’s gone wrong? And how can government regain this trust? I spoke with Managing Partner of SenateSHJ Darren Behar for his insights on these questions and more.

But as always, first I’m joined by our Chief Economist Jarrod Ball to discuss some of the issues we’re thinking about at CEDA this week.